Easy, Healthy Brazilian Cheese Bread

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 24

Dietary: Gluten Free, Nut Free, Pescatarian, Refined Sugar Free, Soy Free

Ingredients

1 cup tapioca flour
1/2 cup almond milk (unsweetened)
1/4 cup olive oil (organic, extra virgin)
1 egg (large, room temperature)
1 tsp sea salt (fine, plus any other seasonings you like (optional))
1/4 cup mozzarella cheese (freshly grated - pre-shredded cheese does not melt the same!)
1/4 cup cheddar cheese (freshly grated - pre-shredded cheese does not melt the same!)

Instructions

1
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin pan (I recommend a silicone muffin pan for easy removal!).
2
Blend the Batter: In a blender or food processor, combine the tapioca flour, almond milk, olive oil, salt, and egg. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
3
Stir in the Cheese: Using a rubber spatula, gently stir in the freshly grated mozzarella and cheddar cheese until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
4
Fill the Muffin Pan: Carefully spoon the batter into the mini muffin pan (24 count), filling each muffin hole a little more than halfway. These cheese bites will puff up quite a bit while baking, so leave a little room at the top.
5
Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese bites are golden brown on top and puffed up.
6
Serve: Once they’re done baking, remove the cheese bites from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. These little bites are best enjoyed warm—perfect as a snack or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

Serving Size 1 bite

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.